Bears Host Lions in Key NFC North Decider Sunday
Chicago, second to Minnesota in the NFC Central, must beat Detroit while the Vikings lose or face a firm hold on second place. The Bears rely on Dick Gordon and Hobby Douglass to drive the offense, with Butkus anchoring a stout defense that has allowed 17 points per game. Detroit aims to rebound after a 21-13 loss to Los Angeles, led by Steve Givens and Taylor, as Greg Landry adds passes and rushing yardage in a high-stakes division clash.
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Notre Dame Chiefs LSU in season finale clash
Notre Dame meets LSU in a televised Saturday night game at Baton Rouge to close the Irish season. The Irish, under coach Ara Parseghian, carry a 7th ranking and a single loss, while LSU boasts a stifling defense led by Ronnie Essay and Tammy Casanova.
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Road Rally At Ag Park For Local Students
Columbus and nearby towns invited to a road rally sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America and the Optimists Club. The event starts at 2 p.m. at Agricultural Park, covers a 30 mile course with checkpoints, and requires map guardians and observers. Trophies awarded for top places. entry fee is $1 except Explorer Scouts. release forms obtainable from Optimist members or local schools and signed at Ag Park.
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Midgets to hold Garden spotlight races at MSG
In New York thirty four cars will compete in seven Madison Square Garden Midget Championship races tonight. Racing action focuses on the Garden as drivers vie for top honors across multiple heats and a final.
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Namath Still Not Ready For Jets Action
New York Jets quarterback Joe Namath worked out with the offense for the first time since injuring his left knee last August. He said he is not healthy enough to return and hasn’t determined if he’s ready for action yet.
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Bleve Prefontaine to Lead Oregon at NCAA Cross Country
Steve at NECA Eugene Ore UPI Bleve Prefontaine the defending NCAA titleholder will lead the University of Oregon track team into the NCAA Cross Country Championships at Kaasville Tenn.
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Ball control seen as key for Cornhuskers
Lincoln UPI report quotes coach Devaney stressing ball control for Nebraska in the No. 1 versus No. 2 showdown with Oklahoma on Thanksgiving day. He cites Oklahoma’s strong defense and offense, and notes Nebraska’s injury status improving with most starters fit except Carl Johnson though Harper and Rodgers have limited practice.
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Cyclones seek eighth win as Iowa State eyes Oklahoma State clash
Iowa State, 6-3, seeks seven straight wins and a possible Sun Bowl bid by defeating Oklahoma State at home this Saturday. Coach Johnny Majors stresses focus on the Oklahoma State game after tough losses to Oklahoma and Nebraska.
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Leonard Miller Leads With 621 Series In Thursday Bowling
Leon Miller fired a 621 series with 222 217 182 for Pawnee League at Columbus Bowl to pace 2M bowlers. Tony Hansen added a 204 200 216 and Jerry Wickolite a 231. Other 2M scores included Morgan 219 and Baum 227. BD Plungers posted 918 game and 2659 series. Lutheran League saw Kadje 282 and Cattan 572. Metro League top was Irwin 566. Thursday Matinee had Ruschy 200 and Hagge 537. Square Dancers led with 676 and 1867.
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Michigan eyes first perfect season since 1948
Big Ten champion Michigan aims to finish 9-0 with a victory over Ohio State in Chicago. The showdown caps a year that could crown Michigan the Rose Bowl representative, reasserting a long tradition of conference glory. Illinois hosts Iowa as Blatnick era hopes for a five-game Big Ten streak, while Northwestern hosts Michigan State in a pivotal second-place clash.
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Arkansas to play in Liberty Bowl case despite Texas loss
Arkansas likely to appear in the Liberty Bowl if Texas loses to Texas A&M and Arkansas defeats Texas Tech. Liberty Bowl director Rud Daley confirmed Arkansas’ participation under NCAA timing rules, with possible opponents including Mississippi, North Carolina and Tennessee. The Razorbacks’ 7 2 1 season includes wins over California and Oklahoma State but recent losses to Tulsa and Texas A&M dimmed their conference title hopes.
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Area youths named to all state teams by metropolitan dailies
David City High standouts Bob Martin and Randy Schroeder earned all state honors with repeat selection and honorable mention from the Lincoln Star. Silver Creek runner Valasek was Class D 40 yard dash champion as a sophomore.
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Durocher Rehired by Cubs in 1972 After Surprise Return
CHICAGO UPD Leo Durocher, 65, signed to manage the Cubs again in 1972 after meeting with club owner Phillip Wrigley and VP John Holland. Wrigley defended Durocher against critics, noting his past success and the team's improvement since his 1903 arrival, while Durocher faced pressure to deliver a pennant or divisional title amid ongoing speculation.
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Senior Citizens League Scores Highlight 200s and 400s at Bowlling
Harald Kriemland paced Major League at Boulevard Lanes with a 214 game and BY series. Ski Lounge led teams with a 972 game and 2,707 series. Other 200s included Durward Cuddeford 204 and Ine Eawale 213. Dale Electronics Women had a 190 single and 510 trio led by Rita Fuhr. Columbus Senior Citizens League saw Les Korte 178 and Ed Zimmer 480 trio. Carrie Krelz and Lucille Ehlers added 164 and 440 respectively. Alley Cats 411 game and 364 series.
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Lardner Nominated as USGA President
The United States Golf Association nominated Lynford Lardner Sr of Milwaukee to the post of president succeeding Philip H Struhing of Philadelphia who served two one year terms.
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Wildlife habitat loss outpaces gains from conservation programs
The National Wildlife Federation reports that about 1.5 million acres are lost annually to highways airports housing and industry, surpassing the amount saved by conservation efforts.
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